Rui Cao

Rui Cao, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Case Western Reserve University's Case School of Engineering and School of Medicine. He is also a member of the Cancer Imaging Program at the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. His research focuses on advancing biomedical imaging techniques, particularly photoacoustic imaging, to enhance diagnostic accuracy and clinical outcomes. Key areas include neuroimaging, early cancer detection, intraoperative histology, and the development of tools like ultraviolet photoacoustic microscopy and photoacoustic computed tomography.

Dr. Cao’s lab emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration with medical professionals to translate imaging innovations into clinical practice. They prioritize applications such as label-free histology, non-invasive functional imaging, and real-time surgical diagnostics. The lab also serves as a training hub for future scientists and engineers, fostering expertise in biomedical imaging, machine learning, and optical technologies.

• Research Interests: Photoacoustic imaging, neuroimaging, cancer detection, intraoperative histology, optical/ultrasound technologies, machine learning integration.
• Lab Affiliation: Cao Biomedical Imaging Lab.
• Collaborative Focus: Clinical translation, medical device development, and interdisciplinary research.

His work has resulted in impactful publications spanning photoacoustic tomography advancements, hemodynamic imaging, and quantum biology applications. Current efforts include exploring transcranial imaging improvements and the role of imaging in understanding cerebrovascular function.

Awards and grants are not explicitly listed in the provided texts, but his active research portfolio indicates sustained funding and recognition in biomedical imaging fields.